Many of the patients who come to see us are exhausted and frustrated from dealing with chronic pain so longterm. At Orofacial Pain Associates, we want to make the entire process of treating your condition easy and stress-free, so below, you’ll find some helpful information on what to expect at your first visit. If you have any questions, be sure to give us a call, and our knowledgeable team will have all the answers you need.
Your experience as a new patient begins even before you arrive at our office. Once your appointment is scheduled, we’ll ask you to complete and return a detailed patient history form. This allows us to gain a preliminary understanding of your symptoms and helps streamline your in-office visit. Your responses are invaluable to the doctor, who will review them thoroughly in preparation for your evaluation.
During your visit, you’ll receive ample one-on-one time with the doctor, who will conduct a comprehensive assessment to identify the source of your pain. Before you leave, we’ll clearly explain our findings, discuss your treatment options tailored to your needs.
When you schedule your first visit with Orofacial Pain Associates, we’ll send you a secure link to set up your Patient Portal account. Once you’re logged in, you’ll find a few forms to complete—like your medical history, symptom questionnaire, and treatment consent forms. These help your doctor get to know you and your concerns before your visit, so it’s important to fill them out before your appointment.
After your first visit, your Patient Portal will be your go-to place for: Reviewing visit summaries, Requesting prescription refills or message our team with any questions.
Completing your forms ahead of time helps us make the most of your visit. If you need help with the portal or the forms, feel free to give us a call—we’re happy to help!
Although we are not in-network with any insurance company and are not a medicare provider, our goal is to assist you in receiving the maximum benefits available under your policy. At OPA, we have insurance professionals to assist you, help you and answer any questions.
For your convenience, we are pleased to offer payment plan options, care credit for interest-free financing.
Patients can sign up for CareCredit financing right through our website with just a few clicks. CareCredit offers a wide variety of plans suited for any budget, many of which feature little to no interest. Follow the link below to learn more, and please give us a call if you have any questions.
